Timothy Omundson has been around a long time--though he is actually much younger than he looked in last night's episode. "This Is Us" is one of his post-stroke roles, but before his stroke, he spent eight seasons on the beloved series "Psych" as Head Detective Carlton Lassiter. He just finished filming the third "Psych" TV movie--it'll be on Peacock streaming next month! "Supernatural" fans will know him as Cain, the impressive "father of murder." He was terrifically hilarious (and a wonderful singer too) in the ABC musical comedy series "Galavant" -- an absolute delight you can find on Vudu or YouTube right now, and worth watching. He's been in tons of other series over the years too.
What we saw on "New Amsterdam" is the product of more than four years of intense work on his part after his massive stroke nearly killed him. When he did survive, he wasn't expected ever to walk again--much less act again. He's also relentlessly optimistic and upbeat despite tremendous challenges that derailed a very steady career. (Yes, this is my PSA and I love the guy!)
